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How Much Flooring Do I Need?

Waste factor is not padding — it covers cuts, bad planks, and the row you trim at the wall. A straight lay usually needs about 10%; diagonal or herringbone needs more because every row starts with an angle cut.

This preset is a 14 by 16 ft space with 10% waste. Buy from one dye lot in one trip when you can; mixed lots can show as a colour shift at the seams.

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ItemAreaSizeBuy
Flooring246.4 sq ft11 boxes

Assumptions

  • Room size: 14 × 16 ft
  • Area: 224 sq ft
  • Waste factor: 10%
  • Area with waste: 246.4 sq ft
  • Coverage per box: 24 sq ft (check the carton)
  • Estimates only. Check the coverage figure on your product before buying.

Supplies checklist

  • Underlayment — 3 rolls (~100 sq ft each)

Estimates only. Check the coverage figure on your product before buying.

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